A nurse is monitoring a client who reports having chills and back pain during a blood transfusion. Which of the following actions is nurse's priority?

Rationale:A. Stopping the transfusion is the priority action as it is essential to prevent further potential adverse effects and initiate an investigation of a possible transfusion reaction.B. Assessing the skin for a rash is important but secondary to stopping the transfusion.C. Notifying the provider is necessary, but the immediate priority is to stop the transfusion.D. Covering the client with a blanket does not address the potential severity of a transfusion reaction.